| Tix for Tots will have its fifth annual Twins Special Event on Sunday, June 13th, 2010. Over the past nine years, Tix for Tots has donated over 300,000 tickets for kids to discover the thrills and magic of sporting and cultural events throughout the Twin Cities.
The event will include a picnic lunch at the Chambers Meridien Hotel, an awards ceremony, silent auction and Twins game vs the Atlanta Braves in brand new Target Field! See other event details below.
Get a glimpse of the fun by viewing our past event pictures.
Also, take a moment to watch Tix for Tots Program Manager Betsy Scheurer interviewed on Kare 11 Sunrise.
Event Details
| 10:30am - 12:30pm | Picnic Lunch and entertainment (details will be updated in this space so check back) |
| 10:30am - 12:00pm | Silent Auction (items will be updated in this space, so check back) |
| 12:00pm - 12:15pm | Award Ceremony - Child Advocate of the Year award presentation |
| 1:10pm | First pitch - Twins vs. Atlanta Braves |
To register for the special event, please follow the directions provided at this link. Tickets will be available at the event, but quantities are limited so we ask that you pre-register so that we can secure your place. 100% of ticket and silent auction proceeds go to benefit Tix for Tots. Questions can be directed to Tix for Tots at 612.384.7419 or tickets@tixfortots.org.
Tix for Tots takes donated tickets to local cultural and sporting events and puts them in the hands of children who would otherwise not have the chance to experience these types of events. Join in celebrating the many successes Tix for Tots has had since 2001! We hope you consider making a donation to help us continue our mission to provide children with experiences today to inspire the dreams, hopes and achievements of tomorrow. | |  |
Thank you to all of our sponsors
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Events/Tickets |
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| | Item | Est. Value |
| | Cirque Du Soleil "Alegria" 6/26/10 - four tickets | $308.00 |
| | Cirque Du Soleil "Alegria" Suite tickets, 6/26/10 - four tickets | $200.00 |
| | 5 Vikings Pre-season tickets for August 28th game vs. Seahawks | $145.00 |
| | MN Lynx vs. Atlanta Dream 12 Suite tickets, July 14 | $120.00 |
| | Justin Bieber Suite tickets, 6/29/10 | $118.00 |
| | Justin Bieber Suite tickets, 6/29/10 | $118.00 |
| | 2 free tickets to Mixed Blood during the 2010-2011 season | $60.00 |
Experiences |
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| | Item | Est. Value |
| | Walker Art Center passes - 4 | $42.00 |
Gift Certificates |
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| | Item | Est. Value |
| | Life Time Fitness Platinum Couple Admin Fee & 1 month dues | $220.00 |
| | On-site location photography (up to 2 hours) | $200.00 |
| | Guthrie Theater, two complimentary tickets | $120.00 |
| | Brave New Workshop Comedy Theatre passes | $60.00 |
| | Salon Lili gift certificate | $50.00 |
| | Cafe Latte - One Whole Dessert | $34.00 |
| | New client brow shaping | $30.00 |
Premium Items |
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| | Item | Est. Value |
| | Fish pattern Quilt and Bag | $150.00 |
| | Antiqued Jewelry | $119.00 |
| | Manhattan Toy packages - Girl Scout Groovy Girls | $100.00 |
| | Carry-on luggage | $100.00 |
| | Handmade doll wooden bench and chair | $100.00 |
| | Manhattan Toy packages - Whoozit Baby | $75.00 |
| | Manhattan Toy packages - Preschool Play Set | $75.00 |
| | Manhattan Toy packages - Automoblox | $70.00 |
| | Manhattan Toy packages - Baby Stella Set | $65.00 |
Signed Memorabilia |
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| | Item | Est. Value |
| | Minnesota Gophers football autographed by legends: Murray Warmath, Darrell Thompson, Rickey Foggie, Ray Hitchcock | $500.00 |
| | Troy Hudson signed game shoes | $100.00 |
| | Carl Pavano signed baseball | $50.00 |
Vacation/Travel |
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| | Item | Est. Value |
| | Week in a cabin in historic Lanesboro, MN | $1500.00 |
| | Week-long cabin stay in a 4-bedroom cabin on Sand Lake near Virginia, MN | $1200.00 |
| | 4 Passes to the Delta Sky Club | $200.00 |